Dining In Costa Mesa
Costa Mesa is home to some of Orange County's finest restaurants, garnering local and national accolades. Whether you're looking for a sophisticated spot for a business meeting, taking your family out for fine dining, or want a quick bite after shopping, Costa Mesa has you covered as the culinary center of OC. Take a couple days to spend in Costa Mesa and experience not just a vacation, but an Eatcation®!
MIÀN Gourmet Sichuan Noodle
The Michelin Bib Gourmand-award-winning MIÀN Gourmet Sichuan Noodle Restaurant serves traditional Chinese noodle dishes.
Vegan by El Zamorano
Starting as a pop-up, Vegan by El Zamorano became Orange County's first and only vegan taqueria in 2020.
Sweetfin
Sweetfin creates Poke Bowls from sustainable fish and local produce. With a focus on flavor and quality ingredients, this Chef-driven fast casual restaurant makes delicious California-inspired poke and plant-based bowls.
Santouka Ramen
Walk inside the Mitsuwa Marketplace and the heavenly smells of rich broth and tender pork will draw you to this locals' fave.
Moulin
An authentic French bistro located within SOCO & The OC Mix in Costa Mesa. Watch bakers at work through the 17-foot glass pastry case and open kitchen.
Knife Pleat
Knife Pleat is a French restaurant created by Michelin-starred chef Tony Esnault and restaurateur Yassmin Sarmadi.
'Ai Pono Cafe
Straight from the islands, 'Ai Pono Cafe's owners specialize in Hawaii Street Food. Come in and see for yourself what authentic “Hawaii Street Food” is supposed to be!
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